Ladies, set yourself free. Women’s health nurse practitioner Hailey Puckett (@HaileyPtheNP) says skipping underwear at night is one of the best things you can do for your vaginal health.
“The vagina is a self-cleaning oven,” she explains. “If you hold things in, things go wrong.” Trapping heat and moisture creates the perfect environment for bacteria, irritation, and infections. Her advice? Ditch the underwear—especially at night.
If you’re not ready to go full-time commando, let things breathe while you sleep.
If You Must Wear Underwear, Choose Wisely
Not all panties are created equal. Stick to breathable, natural fabrics if you can’t give them up. “Data shows that 100% cotton underwear is best for vaginal health,” says Puckett. Synthetic fabrics like polyester and nylon trap moisture, making things worse. Also, choose a wide, comfortable gusset—that small crotch panel matters more than you think.
Thongs? A One-Way Ticket to Infection
Dr. Usha Rajagopal warns that thongs are bad news as they pull bacteria from your backside forward, increasing the risk of infections.
Pro Tips for Keeping Things Fresh
✔️ Go commando at night – your vagina will thank you.
✔️ If you wear underwear, choose 100% cotton.
✔️ Change underwear after workouts.
✔️ Wear fresh panties daily (obvious, but necessary).
✔️ Skip thongs for daily wear.
Bottom line? Less is more and bare is best.
Trump Hits Pause on Canada Tariffs – But Not Without a Price
Donald Trump is hitting the brakes – temporarily – on his latest trade war move, delaying 25% tariffs on Canadian imports in exchange for stricter border crackdowns. After a last-minute call with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, the two leaders struck a deal: Canada gets 30 days of tariff relief, but in return, it’s ramping up border security with a $1.3 billion plan, deploying helicopters, boosting personnel, and launching a U.S.-Canada strike force to combat fentanyl and organized crime.
Trudeau is also appointing a “fentanyl czar” and greenlighting $200 million to back new intelligence directives. “We will list cartels as terrorists, ensure 24/7 eyes on the border, and strengthen cooperation with the U.S.,” he announced.
Trump, who has long blasted Canada and Mexico for not doing enough to stem illegal migration and drug trafficking, took credit for forcing Trudeau’s hand. “I made a promise to stop the flood of illegal aliens and drugs – Americans voted for it,” he said.
The pressure is real. Mexico’s president has already sent 10,000 troops to the border, and angry Canadian provinces threatened to pull American booze from shelves. Trump’s tariff war is just starting, and this 30-day pause might not last.
Monarch Population Plummets, Approaching Worst Levels in Three Decades
Monarch butterflies in the western U.S. are in crisis, with their numbers plummeting to near-record lows. The latest count recorded just 9,119 monarchs in 2024, a devastating 96% drop from 233,394 in 2023. Since the survey began in 1997, when 1.2 million monarchs were counted, this year marks the second-lowest population ever, only above the catastrophic 1,901 monarchs recorded in 2020.
The decline stems from multiple threats: habitat destruction, pesticide contamination, and extreme heat. Monarch caterpillars rely on milkweed, but the plant is vanishing due to drought, wildfires, agriculture, and urban expansion. Adding to the crisis, last summer’s brutal heat waves—hitting 124°F (51.1°C) in Palm Springs—likely disrupted breeding and migration.
Despite this collapse, past rebounds offer some hope. The 2020 low was followed by an explosive 13,000% population surge the next year. However, scientists warn that one bad year can significantly reduce recovery efforts.
Federal officials are stepping in—the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is moving to classify monarchs as threatened, which would protect their habitat. Meanwhile, environmental groups are pushing for stricter pesticide regulations.
Western monarchs are on the edge, and their future remains dangerously uncertain without swift action.
Trump Wants a U.S. Investment Empire – And He Might Kick It Off with a TikTok Takeover
President Trump signed an executive order to create a U.S. sovereign wealth fund in a move that screams high-stakes power play. This government-run investment powerhouse could buy TikTok. The order directs Treasury and Commerce to draft a game plan in 90 days, but key details—like where the money will come from—are still a mystery.
Most sovereign wealth funds operate on budget surpluses, but the U.S. is running a deficit, meaning Congress would likely need to greenlight the whole operation. Trump, however, remains unfazed. “We’re going to create a lot of wealth for the fund,” he declared, hinting that tariffs and other “intelligent things” could bankroll it.
One possibility? Converting the U.S. International Development Finance Corp (DFC) into a sovereign-style fund. Trump even tapped Wall Street heavyweight Benjamin Black to lead the agency, adding to the intrigue.
Then came the kicker when Trump suggested the fund could buy TikTok. The app, caught in a legal crossfire over its Chinese ownership, faces a looming sell-or-ban deadline. Trump teased that he’s in talks over its fate and could park it in the fund.
Big moves, big money, and a government-owned TikTok? This just got interesting.
The Itch Dilemma: Scratching Feels Good, but Science Says It’s a Trap
We all know we shouldn’t scratch an itchy rash, but let’s be honest, it feels amazing. That’s because scratching replaces itch with a mild pain sensation, triggering a serotonin release that makes us feel good.
Now, a new study published in Science reveals that scratching has some surprising upsides and well-known downsides.
Dr. Daniel Kaplan of the University of Pittsburgh studied mice with contact dermatitis (caused by allergens like poison ivy or nickel). Mice that scratched had more inflammation and swelling, proving that scratching makes things worse by activating pain neurons that release substance P, activating mast cells. These cells release histamine, making the rash even redder and itchier.
But here’s the twist: mast cells also fight off bacteria. Researchers found that scratching helped reduce levels of Staphylococcus aureus, a bacteria responsible for skin infections.
So, should we scratch? Kaplan says probably not. While there’s a bacterial defense benefit, the damage it causes outweighs the perks, especially for chronic conditions like eczema. However, this discovery could pave the way for new skin treatments in the future. Until then, maybe just reach for anti-itch cream.
